Noun
/ˌbɾa.ði.djasˈtalsis/
Bradyperistalsis
Bradyperistalsis refers to a slow movement of the gastrointestinal tract caused by decreased motility. It is a term used in the medical field to describe a condition where peristaltic movements within the digestive system are slower than normal. This can lead to symptoms such as constipation, bloating, and discomfort.
In Spanish, bradidiastalsis is a technical term commonly used in medical texts and discussions related to gastrointestinal issues. It is more frequently used in written context rather than in oral speech.
Mi paciente presenta bradidiastalsis, por lo que le receté un laxante para mejorar su tránsito intestinal.
My patient has bradyperistalsis, so I prescribed a laxative to improve their bowel movements.
La bradidiastalsis puede causar problemas de digestión y malestar abdominal.
Bradyperistalsis can cause digestive issues and abdominal discomfort.
Desde que empezó a tomar ese medicamento, parece que anda de bradidiastalsis mental.
Since he started taking that medication, he seems to be mentally slow.
A este paso vamos a ir de bradidiastalsis y nunca terminaremos el proyecto a tiempo.
At this rate, we'll be moving slow and we'll never finish the project on time.
The term bradidiastalsis is composed of the Greek roots "bradys" (slow) and "diastalsis" (dilation or stretching). When combined, it describes the slow dilation or stretching of the gastrointestinal tract.